HBM Architect
Posted 28 Jul 2026
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- Expected experience
- 3+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
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Field of studyElectrical Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's or higher
Study levelMaster's
About SK hynix America:
At SK hynix America, we are at the forefront of semiconductor innovation. As a global leader in HBM, DRAM, and NAND flash technologies, we develop the advanced memory solutions powering everything from advanced mobile technology to massive AI data centers. With major investments in the U.S. and a leading position in the global AI revolution, we build the critical infrastructure of the digital landscape and remain committed to sustainable operations. We invite innovative minds to be part of our journey. Here, you will be part of a collaborative team pioneering the next generation of memory technologies, expanding our market footprint, and defining the future of computing.
Work Model: Onsite
Job Title: HBM Architect
Office Location: San Jose, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Model: Onsite
Responsibilities:
- Design circuits for DRAM and HBM products that meet internal and external specifications.
- Improve design quality and yield during the DRAM or HBM product development phase.
- Perform characteristic analysis and verify product specifications at the Wafer, KGSD (Known Good Stack Die), and Assembly stages.
- Enhance performance and ensure stable operation to meet customer requirements during the product development stage.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline(Master’s preferred).
- 3+ years of relevant industry experience (Research periods during Master’s or Ph.D. programs recognized).
- Experience in reviewing and designing DRAM or HBM Architecture with a solid understanding of DRAM/HBM subsystems.
- Experience in Full Custom + Digital Co-Design and PDN (Power Delivery Network) analysis.
- Experience in Full Custom-based Logic Foundry design.
- Experience with various tools and equipment for DRAM or HBM product failure analysis.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in product development and analysis related to DRAM or HBM design.
- Experience in HBM product assembly system analysis.
- Experience in Full Custom Design environments with advanced process nodes (DRAM 1x nm, Foundry 3nm or below).
- Proficiency in using Python, Spotfire, Verilog, and Circuit Simulators (Hspice, Csim, PrimeSim, Spectre, etc.).